Description
Butterfinger Puppy Chow is a sweet, crunchy snack mix made with cereal, peanut butter, chocolate, and crushed Butterfinger candy. It’s perfect for parties or a fun treat.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 5 Butterfinger candy bars (fun size), crushed
Instructions
- Place the Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently stir until all pieces are evenly coated.
- Place the powdered sugar and crushed Butterfinger bars in a large zip-top bag or container with a lid.
- Add the chocolate-coated cereal to the bag, seal, and shake until the cereal is well coated.
- Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet to cool and set before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Use gluten-free cereal and candy bars if needed for dietary restrictions.
- Can be frozen for longer storage—just allow to thaw before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg